Saint Agnes Parish - Boy Scout Troop 32

Boy Scout Troop #32

Abraham Lincoln Council
Lincoln Home District

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Troop 32 Newsletter
January 4, 2008

Klondike Derby

The Klondike Derby / Polar Bear Camporee will be held January 18-20, 2008 at Camp Illinek on Lake Springfield. The Scouts can "earn gold nuggets" by constructing a shelter and camping over night. We will schedule a trip to Illinek for Saturday morning January 12.

We should have a good count of the attendees by the Troop Meeting of January 8. If weather cooperates, we will plan on camping Friday and Saturday nights. The main activities will be Saturday.

A booklet describing the activities of the weekend is available from the Council web site - alincolnbsa.org. We will be reviewing the events at the Troop meetings of the 8th and 15th.

Pinewood / Fast Track

Cub Scout Pack 32 will be holding their Pinewood Derby on January 13 this year. The Boy Scouts of Troop 32 will again be running the "Fast Track Cafe" to provide snacks and drinks. This is an excellent opportunity to interact with the Cub Scouts and let them see how much fun is available in Boy Scouts. Please plan to lend your support for this joint event.

Upcoming Events

January 8 - Troop Meeting
January 12 - Shelter Construction
January 13 - Pinewood Derby - Fast Track Cafe
January 18-20 - Klondike Derby
January 22 - Troop Meeting
January 29 - Troop Meeting
February 5 - Troop Meeting
February 9 - First Aid Meet

Summer Camp / High Adventure

It is not too early to be making plans for Summer Camp and the High Adventure Trip.

We will be attending Summer Camp at Camp Bunn, near Hettick, Illinois. We will need to know who is planning to attend by mid April. Note: All attendees will need a current physical form on file before attending camp. For those under 40, a medical professional signature within three years is required. For the rest of us, an annual visit is required.

The High Adventure Trip will be the first week of August, 8/3 - 8/9, 2008. We are planning a trip to Sleeping Bear Dunes in Michigan.

Scout Sunday

February 3, 2008 is Scout Sunday. We will plan to attend Mass, with Pack 32, on Sunday morning. We still need to determine with Mass, 9:30 or 11:30.

Committee Meeting

The next Troop Committee meeting is Monday, January 7, 2008 at 7:00PM. We will meet at Panera on Wabash Avenue. All interested parents are invited to attend. We are always looking for fresh ideas and faces.

SCOUT LAW

TRUSTWORTHY - A Scout tells the truth. He keeps his promises. Honesty is part of his code of conduct. People can depend on him.

LOYAL - A Scout is true to his family, Scout leaders, friends, school, and nation.

HELPFUL - A Scout is concerned about other people. He does things willingly for others without pay or reward.

FRIENDLY - A Scout is a friend to all. He is a brother to other Scouts. He seeks to understand others. He respects those with ideas and customs other than his own.

COURTEOUS - A Scout is polite to everyone regardless of age or position. He knows good manners make it easier for people to get along together.

KIND - A Scout understands there is strength in being gentle. He treats others as he wants to be treated. He does not hurt or kill harmless things without reason.

OBEDIENT - A Scout follows the rules of his family, school, and troop. He obeys the laws of his community and country. If he thinks these rules and laws are unfair, he tries to have them changed in an orderly manner rather than disobey them.

CHEERFUL - A Scout looks for the bright side of things. He cheerfully does tasks that come his way. He tries to make others happy.

THRIFTY - A Scout works to pay his way and to help others. He saves for unforeseen needs. He protects and conserves natural resources. He carefully uses time and property.

BRAVE - A Scout can face danger even if he is afraid. He has the courage to stand for what he thinks is right even if others laugh at or threaten him.

CLEAN - A Scout keeps his body and mind fit and clean. He goes around with those who believe in living by these same ideals. He helps keep his home and community clean.

REVERENT - A Scout is reverent toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties. He respects the beliefs of others.

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